7 Day Ndutu Area Great Migration Safari in Tanzania
Great Migration Safari in Tanzania
This great migration safari covers the highlights of the great Serengeti migration while staying in strategically chosen wildlife semi luxury tented camps and lodges, with other amazing visits to Ngorongoro Crater, Serengeti National Park, and Lake Manyara National Park. Take this unique opportunity to be immersed in the breathtaking African landscapes and observe the majestic wildlife of Tanzania in their natural habitat.
Key information
- Group and private safari possible, rates will vary depending on this
- Maximum group size: 6 people
- Children policy: Children are allowed as participants starting from the age of two years old
- Starting point and ending point: Arusha
- Languages: English, French, Spanish and German
- All park fees are included.
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Highlights
- Witness thousands of wildebeest calving in the Ndutu area
- Spend more time exploring the Serengeti and Ngorongoro ecosystems with expert guides
- Experience dramatic predator-prey interactions in the heart of the migration
- Enjoy diverse landscapes, from open grasslands to acacia-dotted woodlands
- Visit the world’s largest intact caldera, home to the Big Five and dense wildlife populations
- 6 nights accommodation in comfortable, well-located lodges with breathtaking views of the wild
- Daily delicious meals
- Round trip airport transfers
Styles
Accommodation
Facilities
- Swimming pool (outdoor)
- Bar
- Dining area
- Garden
- Kitchen
- Lounge
- Luggage room / storage
- Special menu request
- Free Wi-Fi
- Internet access
- Laundry
- Parking lot
You will be accommodated at different lodges and tented camps, according to the itinerary, as follows:
Marera Valley Lodge
Marera Valley Lodge, located near the lush landscapes of Karatu and en route to the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, offers a tranquil retreat with a touch of modern luxury. Surrounded by rolling hills, coffee farms, and rich vegetation, this lodge provides the ideal base for exploring the stunning highlands of Tanzania. With exceptional hospitality, spacious accommodations, and breathtaking views, Marera Valley Lodge creates an unforgettable experience for all its guests.
Each chalet-style room is elegantly designed with en-suite bathrooms, private verandas, and cozy fireplaces, offering the perfect blend of comfort and style. Wake up to the sounds of chirping birds and enjoy your morning coffee with panoramic views of the valley.
- Accommodation Level: Mid-Luxury
Facilities
- Swimming Pool
- Wi-Fi Connectivity
- Daily Housekeeping Services
- Breakfast Buffet
- Restaurant Serving Local and International Cuisine
- Bar and Lounge
- Coffee Farm Tours
- Guided Nature Walks
- Cultural Visits to Nearby Villages
Ndutu Heritage Tented Camp
Ndutu Heritage Tented Camp, located in the heart of the Ndutu region of the Serengeti ecosystem, offers an unrivaled safari experience in a prime location. Known for its proximity to the Great Migration calving season, this camp is the perfect base for witnessing nature's most incredible spectacle. Combining comfort, elegance, and exceptional service, Ndutu Heritage Tented Camp ensures guests enjoy an immersive and memorable stay.
The camp features spacious, well-furnished tents with en-suite bathrooms, hot showers, and private verandas overlooking the serene wilderness. Guests can relax in the cozy lounge or gather around the campfire after a day of thrilling wildlife encounters.
- Accommodation Level: Mid-Luxury
Facilities
- Airstrip Transfers
- Daily Housekeeping Services
- Breakfast Buffet
- On-Site Restaurant Serving Local and International Cuisine
- Bar and Lounge
- Bush Dinners
- Walking Safaris
- Hot Air Balloon Safaris
- Bush Breakfasts
- Game Drives in Ndutu and Southern Serengeti
- Cultural Visits to Maasai Villages
Serengeti Heritage Tented Camp
Serengeti Heritage Tented Camp, situated in the heart of the Serengeti National Park, offers an authentic safari experience with a touch of elegance. Surrounded by the vast plains and abundant wildlife of this iconic park, the camp serves as an ideal base for exploring the wonders of the Serengeti, including the world-famous Great Migration. Combining traditional charm with modern comfort, Serengeti Heritage Tented Camp promises an unforgettable stay.
The camp features spacious canvas tents equipped with en-suite bathrooms, hot showers, and private verandas where guests can soak in the beauty of the Serengeti. After a day of thrilling game drives, unwind in the comfort of your luxurious tent, listening to the sounds of the African bush.
- Accommodation Level: Mid-Luxury
Facilities
- Airstrip Transfers
- Daily Housekeeping Services
- Breakfast Buffet
- On-Site Restaurant
- Bar and Lounge
- Bush Dinners
- Walking Safaris
- Bush Breakfasts
- Cultural Visits to Maasai Villages
Ang'ata Camp
Ang'ata Camp, offers a luxurious yet authentic safari experience. With its intimate and serene setting, this is the perfect retreat for nature enthusiasts who want to explore Tanzania's pristine wilderness without sacrificing comfort. Featuring premium tented accommodations and exceptional service, Ang'ata Safari Camp ensures every guest enjoys a truly unforgettable adventure.
The spacious tents are elegantly furnished with en-suite bathrooms, hot showers, and comfortable beds to ensure restful nights after thrilling safari days. Waking up to the enchanting sounds of nature and the breathtaking beauty of your surroundings sets the tone for an incredible day of exploration.
- Accommodation Level: Mid-Luxury
Facilities
- Airstrip Transfers
- Daily Housekeeping Services
- Breakfast Buffet
- Walking Safari
- Extra Bed Options
- On-Site Restaurant
- Coffee Lounge
- Bush Dinners
- Bush Breakfasts
Program
The Serengeti great wildebeest migration takes place to the North, around Moru Kopjes and West Seronera. In June, they move to the southern side of Grumeti River and the Western Corridor. In July, they'll be moving northward, through Grumeti Reserve and Ikongoro.
Day 1: Arusha - Lake Manyara National Park
After breakfast you will be picked up from Arusha. You will drive on a tarmac road for 130 kilometers with a lunch box to Lake Manyara National Park for afternoon game drives. Start the game drive through an underground water forest. You will have a picnic lunch, dinner, and overnight at Marera Valley Lodge.
Day 2: Lake Manyara National Park - Serengeti National Park
You will have an early morning breakfast in Manyara, then drive to the great Serengeti National Park with lunch and game drives en-route. In the afternoon you will have a game drive in the park, then dinner and overnight will be at Serengeti Heritage Luxury Tented Camp.
Day 3: Serengeti National Park
After breakfast, you start your day with a morning game drive in Serengeti National Park, marveling at the stunning scenery, ever changing light, and always entertaining wildlife, all explained to you by your expert guide, with the option of a picnic or hot lunch at 12:30 p.m. After lunch, you set off again for afternoon game drives that will take until sunset, at 6:30 p.m., when you will head back to the camp for dinner and overnight at Serengeti Mawe Luxury Camp.
Day 4: Southern Serengeti and Northern Ngorongoro
Early in the morning, before breakfast, you will leave the camp with a lunch box for a full game drive to explore the great migration in southern Serengeti and northern Ngorongoro which is in the Ndutu Area. In the afternoon, you will stop for a bush lunch, and after lunch you will continue the evening game drive until sunset when you will drive back to the lodge for dinner and overnight at Ndutu Heritage Tented Camp.
Day 5: Southern Serengeti and Northern Ngorongoro
Early in the morning, before breakfast, you will leave the camp with a lunch box for a full game drive to explore the great migration in southern Serengeti and northern Ngorongoro which is in the Ndutu Area. In the afternoon, you will stop for a bush lunch, and after lunch you will continue the evening game drive until sunset when you will drive back to the lodge for dinner and overnight at Ndutu Heritage Tented Camp.
Day 6: Ngorongoro Crater
After breakfast, depart from Lake Ndutu to Ngorongoro Crater rim. Wake up for early morning game drives in Ndutu, then head back to the lodge for lunch. You will then check out and drive with lunch and game viewing en-route to Ngorongoro Crater rim for dinner and overnight at Ngorongoro Ang'ata Camp.
Day 7: Ngorongoro Crater - Arusha
Wake up early in the morning for breakfast and then descend into the crater floor for game drives. All the big five (rhino, lion, buffalo, and elephant) live in this wonderful caldera. Other animals that live here are zebra, hippo, wildebeest, hyena, and more. Birds include flamingos on the Soda Lake, geese, storks, vultures, and more. Your lunch will be served at the picnic site in the crater, at Ngoitoktok Swamp, a hippo pool. After lunch, drive back to Arusha.
Safari Vehicle Features
- Pop-Up Roof: Enjoy unobstructed views for wildlife spotting and photography
- Guaranteed Window Seat: Every guest is ensured a window seat for a clear and comfortable view
- Onboard Charging Ports: Keep your devices powered throughout your safari adventure
- Built-In Refrigerator: Stay refreshed with cold drinks during your game drives
- Radio Communication: Reliable radio system for seamless coordination during the trip
- Expert English-Speaking Guide: Travel with a professional guide fluent in English, ensuring an engaging and informative experience
- Durable 4x4 Drive: A robust vehicle equipped to handle all terrain for a smooth and safe journey
The expense of a group safari
- Limited Flexibility: Itineraries are fixed, leaving little room for personal preferences or changes
- Pace Restrictions: The group must move at the same pace, which might not suit everyone
- Diverse Interests: Different travelers may have varying interests
- Shared Wildlife Viewing: Time at sightings may be limited to accommodate everyone
- Less Privacy: Traveling with a group means reduced personal space and quiet moments
- Waiting Times: Delays can occur as the group waits for others to get ready or finish activities
Why Book with Kili slope Tours and Safaris
- Exceptional service: Experience unmatched hospitality and personalized attention to detail
- Expert local knowledge: Benefit from our deep understanding of Tanzania’s wildlife, culture, and landscapes
- Tailored adventures: Enjoy customizable itineraries designed to suit your interests and travel needs
- Reliable and safe: Travel with confidence in our well-maintained vehicles and with professional guides
- Affordable packages: Get the best value for your money with competitive rates and comprehensive packages
- Sustainable travel: Support responsible tourism that respects nature and uplifts local communities
- Maximum of 6 people in a group
Choose Kili Slope Tours and Safaris for an unforgettable journey through the heart of Tanzania!
Included excursions
A professional driver/guide who speaks fluently English
All activities
All meals (3 meals a day)
All Park Entry fees or Admissions to the Park
All transportation Roundtrip airport transfers
All Government imposed taxes/VAT
Unlimited drinking water during your tour
Free day tour on request
Guides
David Maro
Mr. David Maro is the CEO and founder of Kili Slope Tours And Safaris Ltd. Mr. David Maro is a very experienced driver-guide and has been in the business for more than 15 years. He worked with various tour companies before opening Kili Slope Tours and Safaris and has guided through nearly all of the National Park Circuits in Tanzania. Fluent in Swahili and English, David is highly knowledgeable about birds, and general flora and fauna and offers a wealth of knowledge from his years of experience.
Location
This safari takes place in Tanzania and is focusing on exploring the great migration areas such as Lake Manyara National park, Serengeti National Park, Ndutu Area - which is composed from southern Serengeti and northern Ngorongoro, and Ngorongoro Crater.
Serengeti National Park
Serengeti National Park, Tanzania's oldest and most popular national park, is a World Heritage Site which has been recently proclaimed as the 7th worldwide wonder. It is famed for its annual migration, when about 6 million hooves pound the open plains, as more than 200,000 zebras and 300,000 Thomson's gazelle join the wildebeest’s trek for fresh grazing. Yet, even when the migration is quiet, the Serengeti National Park offers the most scintillating game-viewing in Africa with its great herds of buffalo, smaller groups of elephant and giraffe, and thousands of elands, topis, kongonis, impalas, and Grant’s gazelles.
Ngorongoro Crater
Ngorongoro Crater is a large volcanic caldera which hosts an advanced ecosystem perfect for the inhabitation and preservation of a wide variety of animals, from the king of the jungle, the lion, to the horned beast, the rhino. The crater, which has a land area size of around 8,288 square kilometers, was originally established as a national park in 1959.
In 1979, the park received a title as a World Heritage Site, ensuring that the uniqueness of Ngorongoro remains protected and preserved. The Ngorongoro Crater is an amazing place to visit and enjoy a vast landscape from heights that stretch widely. The bottom of the crater floor is actually the remaining of a collapsed volcanic caldera.
The walls surrounding the crater floor are around 2,000 feet height and serve as the perfect way to preserve the wildlife inside. Some of the wildlife you can expect to see at the Ngorongoro Crater include the Big 5, consisting of rhino, elephant, buffalo, lion, and leopard. You can also see hyenas as they hang around the large watering hole, planning an attack on an unsuspecting flamingo.
The crater also serves a great location for bird spotters with many different types inhabiting the park, namely the kori bustard and the black kite which exist in larger populations than at other parks within the north of Tanzania. Not only the wildlife and scenery attract many tourists to the crater each year, as equally interesting are the fossils that have been found in Olduvai Gorge which remains one of the most vital prehistoric landmarks, with archaeologists estimating some fossilized remains of hominid species to be over three million years old.
If you are planning a Tanzania safari of the northern circuit, then this park is a must-add to your itinerary. The Ngorongoro Crater is preferable to the most famous park in the world, the Serengeti National Park.
Food
During your stay, you will be provided with meals as specified in the itinerary. Water will be provided, as well.
Upon booking with Kili Slope Tours and Safaris you must indicate any dietary preference or restriction or any specific request you might have such as vegan and vegetarian diets. Then we will provide that information in advance to all the hotels.
The following meals are included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Drinks
The following drinks are included:
- Water
The following dietary requirement(s) are served and/or catered for:
- Regular (typically includes meat and fish)
- Other dietary requirements on request
Things to do (optional)
- Mount Meru waterfall and hiking
- Chemka hot springs
- Visit Maasai market
- Cultural heritage center
- Walking safari in Arusha national park
- Visit Materuni waterfalls, Kilimanjaro's biggest waterfalls
- Coffee plantations tour
- Other services provided on request of the customer
Spa treatments
Kili Slope Tours invites you to ask about Spa and Salon.
Enjoy spa treatments while on safari; a city spa breakaway; or a wellness weekend in the country you will find spa and beauty treatments that suit your needs
You can enjoy different treatment as
- Waxing
- Microblading
- Pedicure / Manicure
- Diamond Peel
- Foot Spa
- Body Scrub
- Diamond Microdermabrasion
- Hair Care & Style
Your therapeutic massage is tailored to help you address your specific wellness needs for a highly targeted, personalized massage every time
- Swedish massage
- Hot stone massage
- Aromatherapy massage
- Deep tissue
- Sport massage
- Head & shoulder massage
- Combination massage
- Refloxology
- Couple’s massage
- Shiatsu massage
- Prenatal massage
- Ventosa massage
- Back massage
What's included
- All activities (unless labeled as optional)
- Park fees (for non-residents)
- A professional driver / guide
- All transportation (unless labeled as optional)
- Round trip airport transfers
- All taxes and V.A.T.
- Meals as mentioned in the itinerary
- Water
- 6 nights accommodation
What's not included
- Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
- Government imposed increase of taxes and / or park fees
- International flights
- Personal items (souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)
- Tips (are highly recommended)
How to get there
Recommended Airports
Arusha Airport
105 km
Transfer included
Kilimanjaro International Airport
156 km
Transfer included
Arrival by airplane
Please book your flight to arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) or Arusha Airport (ARK). Transfers from and to these airports are included. Kili Slope Tours and Safaris will pick you up from the airport.
Cancellation Policy
- A reservation requires a deposit of 14% of the total price.
- The deposit is non-refundable, if the booking is cancelled.
- The rest of the payment should be paid on arrival.
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